1.Study on the apoptosis-inducing effect of esculetin on acute myeloid leukemia HL-60 cells via regulating the AKT/SKP2/MTH1 pathway
Weihua SONG ; Fuying CHU ; Wei XIE ; Jinliang CHEN ; Ping ZHAO ; Hong QIU ; Jian TAO ; Xiang CHEN
China Pharmacy 2026;37(1):36-41
OBJECTIVE To investigate the apoptosis-inducing effect of esculetin (Esc) on acute myeloid leukemia (AML) HL-60 cells by regulating the protein kinase B (AKT)/S-phase kinase-associated protein 2 (SKP2)/MutT homolog 1 (MTH1) pathway. METHODS AML HL-60 cells were randomly divided into control group (routine culture), Esc low-concentration group (L-Esc group, 25 μmol/L Esc), Esc medium-concentration group (M-Esc group, 50 μmol/L Esc), Esc high-concentration group (H-Esc group, 100 μmol/L Esc), and high-concentration of Esc+ SC79 (AKT agonist) group (100 μmol/L Esc+5 μmol/L SC79). Cell proliferation in each group was detected by MTT assay and colony formation assay. The level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in cells was measured by using the CM-H2DCFDA fluorescent probe. Cell apoptosis was analyzed by flow cytometry. Western blot assay was performed to detect the expression levels of apoptosis-related proteins [B-cell lymphoma 2 (Bcl-2), Bcl-2-associated X protein (Bax), cleaved caspase-3], AKT/SKP2/MTH1 pathway-related proteins (p-AKT, AKT, SKP2, MTH1), along with the upstream and downstream proteins of AKT phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase (PI3K), cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor 1 (P21) and cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitor 1B (P27). RESULTS Compared with control group, the cell viability, colony number, and the phosphorylation levels of AKT and PI3K proteins as well as protein expressions of SKP2, MTH1 and Bcl-2 were significantly decreased (P<0.05), while ROS level, apoptosis rate, and the expression levels of Bax, cleaved caspase-3, P21 and P27 proteins were significantly increased (P<0.05). Moreover, the effects of Esc exhibited concentration-dependence (P<0.05). Compared with H-Esc group, above indexes of high-concentration of Esc+ SC79 group were reversed significantly (P<0.05). CONCLUSIONS Esc may promote massive ROS production and induce activation of apoptosis in HL-60 cells by inhibiting the AKT/SKP2/MTH1 pathway, thus inhibiting the proliferation of HL-60 cells.
2.Chinese expert consensus on the Hazardous Drug List
Weihua DONG ; Zhanjun DONG ; Lulu SUN ; Yingbo ZHAO ; Zhuoyin XUE ; Min LIU ; Weiyi FENG
China Pharmacy 2026;37(12):1521-1527
OBJECTIVE To formulate the Hazardous Drug List in China, and provide a scientific basis for standardizing the management of hazardous drugs, preventing and controlling occupational exposure risks in medical institutions at all levels in China. METHODS Under the joint organization of the Intravenous Medication Admixture Management Professional Committee of the Chinese Pharmaceutical Association and the National Medical Quality Control Center for Pharmaceutical Management, based on literature research and international hazardous drug lists and their development procedures, the scope of hazardous drug selection, selection principles, and evidence confirmation criteria were determined through expert panel seminars and expert questionnaire survey method (Delphi method). Chemical drugs, biological agents, and Chinese patent medicines marketed in China that met the selecti on principles were screened to form the Chinese Expert Consensus on the Hazardous Drug List . RESULTS Five principles for selecting hazardous drugs were established (including protective labeling in package inserts, carcinogenicity, reproductive toxicity, genotoxicity, and organ toxicity at low doses), along with the corresponding evidence confirmation criteria. The Hazardous Drug List containing 210 drugs was formulated, covering anti-tumor drugs, endocrine system drugs, nervous system drugs, immunomodulators, anti-infective drugs, cardiovascular system drugs, hematological system drugs, urinary system drugs, obstetrics and gynecology drugs, dermatological drugs and other categories. Compared with international hazardous drug lists, 25 newly included hazardous drugs were added, including 15 anti-tumor drugs, 6 Chinese patent medicines and 4 biological agents. In addition, 88 Chinese patent medicines that may have potential occupational exposure risks are listed in the appendix for reference by medical institutions in management. CONCLUSIONS The development of this consensus closely aligns with the actual clinical drug use in China, with a scientific and rigorous methodology, and can serve as a reference for medical institutions at all levels to standardize the management of hazardous drugs and prevent and control occupational exposure risks.
3.Material Basis of Entada phaseoloides Against Neuropathic Pain Based on in vitro Chemical Profiling and in vivo Absorbed Constituents
Sensen LI ; Hanxue WU ; Yuanbin LI ; Limin ZHAO ; Xiaohui SU ; Hui XIONG ; Weihua MA ; Chao WANG ; Zhaochen MA ; Na LIN
Chinese Journal of Experimental Traditional Medical Formulae 2026;32(18):88-97
ObjectiveTo systematically characterize the in vitro chemical constituents of Entada phaseoloides and its absorbed prototype compounds and metabolites in a neuropathic pain (NP) model, thereby elucidating the potential pharmacological material basis underlying its analgesic activity. MethodsUltra-high-performance liquid chromatography coupled with quadrupole-Orbitrap high-resolution mass spectrometry (UHPLC-Q-Orbitrap HRMS) was used to analyze the constituents of the 80% methanol extract of E. phaseoloides. Thirty-six mice were divided into a blank group, low-, medium-, and high-dose E. phaseoloides extract groups (25, 50, and 100 mg·kg-1, respectively), an aspirin group (400 mg·kg-1), and a morphine group (10 mg·kg-1), with six mice in each group. The tail-flick threshold was measured. Twenty-four mice were randomly divided into a blank group and low-, medium-, and high-dose E. phaseoloides extract groups (25, 50, and 100 mg·kg-1, respectively), with six mice in each group, and motor coordination was evaluated. A spinal nerve ligation (SNL) model was established in mice. Twenty-four mice were randomly divided into a sham-operated (Sham) group, an SNL group, an SNL + E. phaseoloides extract group (750 mg·kg-1), and an SNL + pregabalin group (20 mg·kg-1), with 6 mice in each group. Mechanical allodynia and thermal hyperalgesia were evaluated. Behavioral assessments were combined to determine the optimal onset time of the analgesic effect, and plasma samples were collected at this time point. Absorbed components and metabolites were systematically identified based on accurate mass, MS/MS fragmentation patterns, retention time, and comparisons with literature data and reference standards. Meanwhile, network pharmacology, target similarity analysis, and molecular docking validation were integrated to evaluate the potential effects of absorbed components on disease intervention. ResultsCompared with the blank group, the high-dose E. phaseoloides extract group and morphine group showed significantly increased pain response thresholds (P<0.01), without affecting motor coordination in normal mice. Compared with the Sham group, the SNL group exhibited significantly decreased thresholds for mechanical allodynia and thermal hyperalgesia (P<0.01). Compared with the SNL group, the SNL + E. phaseoloides extract group and SNL + pregabalin group showed significantly increased thresholds for mechanical allodynia and thermal hyperalgesia (P<0.01). The analgesic effect of E. phaseoloides was most significant at 2 h after administration. A total of 70 constituents were identified in vitro, and 22 prototype compounds and 29 metabolites were detected in plasma. The targets of the absorbed components were mainly enriched in biological processes associated with pain signal perception and transmission and showed a high degree of overlap with disease genes related to neuropathic pain. In addition, multiple components exhibited strong binding energies with core pain-related targets. Based on integrated analysis of in vitro content, plasma exposure levels, and target associations, ketanthamide A-β-D-pyranoside and ketengzide were identified as the most representative pharmacologically active substances responsible for the analgesic effect. ConclusionThis study systematically elucidates the material basis of E. phaseoloides intervention in neuropathic pain from three aspects, including chemical constituent characteristics, in vivo behavioral characteristics, and potential targets, providing important theoretical foundations and experimental support for further studies on its pharmacological mechanism and analgesic drug development.
4.Follow-up study on latent tuberculosis infection among boarding junior and senior high school freshmen in Zhuhai City
ZHAO Wenjun, SU Wenjing, LUO Tao, LUO Jianzhen,WANG Tao, ZHANG Weihua,WEI Ning, HUANG Xian
Chinese Journal of School Health 2026;47(8):1189-1192
Objective:
To investigate follow-up participation situation, negative conversion, and tuberculosis incidence among boarding junior and senior high school freshmen with latent tuberculosis infection(LTBI) in Zhuhai, so as to provide a reference for better LTBI management in school settings.
Methods:
A prospective cohort study enrolled 413 LTBI and 27 184 non LTBI boarding junior and senior high school freshmen in Zhuhai from September to October 2023. The LTBI group underwent follow up retesting at >3-6, >6-12, >12-24, >24 months after screening. The followup content included mycobacterium tuberculosis infection testing,chest X ray examination,and questionaire survey(basic demographic information, lifestyle, history of close contact with tuberculosis, and suspected symptoms of pulmonary tuberculosis). Follow-up participation, negative conversion, and tuberculosis incidence were analyzed. Rate was compared by using the Chi-square test, and factors associated with negative conversion were assessed by multivariate Logistic regression analysis.
Results:
Follow-up participation rates increased initially and then declined, with rates of 25.67% within >3-6 months, 37.05% within >6-12 months, 82.02% within >12-24 months, and 52.21% after 24 months. The overall negative conversion rate was 61.03%. The differences in the conversion rate to negative of mycobacterium tuberculosis infection detection among junior and senior high school freshmen in the LTBI group by different testing methods, school types, smoking history, sleep status, and academic stress were all statistically significant( χ 2=124.96, 22.70, 4.71, 6.31, 6.08, all P <0.05). Multivariate Logistic regression analysis identified testing methods, smoking history, and sleep status as factors associated with negative conversion ( OR =1.90-21.67, all P <0.05). The cumulative incidence of tuberculosis was 726.39 per 100 000 in the LTBI group versus 14.71 per 100 000 in the non-LTBI group ( RR =49.37, 95% CI =11.08-219.87, P <0.01).
Conclusions
Boarding junior and senior high school freshmen with LTBI in Zhuhai have a higher risk of tuberculosis than concurrent non-LTBI students; they therefore represent a priority group for tuberculosis prevention and control. Centralized follow up is recommended to improve participation, and high specificity methods should be used in follow up retesting and maintain consistency across assessments.
5.Lanosterol Synthase Deficiency in Photoreceptor Leads to Age-related Retinal Degeneration via Mitochondrial Dysfunction and Oxidative Stress
Haohan YANG ; Shuxi LUO ; Haiqi CHEN ; Weihua LI ; Ling ZHAO
Journal of Sun Yat-sen University(Medical Sciences) 2026;47(4):656-669
ObjectiveTo investigate whether photoreceptor-specific knockout of lanosterol synthase (Lss) induces age-related retinal degeneration and to elucidate the underlying molecular mechanisms. MethodsPhotoreceptor-specific Lss knockout mice (Lssflox/flox; Rho-Cre, CKO) models were established. Retinal structure and function were assessed at 1, 4, and 8 months of age using fundus photography, optical coherence tomography (OCT), scotopic electroretinogram (ERG) and hematoxylin and eosin (HE) staining. The mouse photoreceptor cell line 661W served as an in vitro model. Lss was knocked down via siRNA, followed by analyses including Seahorse XF mitochondrial stress test, JC-1, MitoSOX Red and DCFH-DA probes to evaluate mitochondrial function and oxidative stress, glycolytic rate assay for glycolysis ability, RT-qPCR for inflammatory factors, γH2AX immunofluorescence for double-strand DNA damage detection, and transcriptome sequencing to identify differentially expressed genes and enriched pathways. ResultsCompared with controls, 1-month-old CKO mice showed no abnormalities. Mild fundus lesions appeared at 4 months. By 8 months, CKO mice exhibited significant thinning of the outer nuclear layer, disorganization of the inner/outer segment structure, and markedly reduced amplitudes of the dark-adapted ERG a- and b-waves (P<0.05). Transcriptome analysis revealed 1 842 differentially expressed genes (826 up-regulated, 1 016 down-regulated), with Lss being the most significantly downregulated gene; these genes significantly enriched in sterol biosynthesis, oxidative phosphorylation, aerobic electron transport chain, and ATP synthesis (P<0.05). In 661W cells, knockdown of Lss significantly reduced mitochondrial basal respiration (P=0.006), ATP production (P=0.015), maximal respiration (P<0.001), and spare respiratory capacity (P<0.001), while basal glycolysis (P=0.005) and compensatory glycolysis (P=0.028) were increased. These changes were accompanied by mitochondrial membrane potential depolarization (P<0.001), elevated mitochondrial reactive oxygen species (ROS) levels (P<0.001), and increased total ROS levels (P=0.013). Additionally, the mRNA expression of inflammatory factors, including Ccl2 (P=0.004), Ccl5 (P=0.012), Cxcl1 (P<0.001), Cxcl5 (P<0.000 1), Tgfb (P=0.008), Hgf (P<0.000 1) and Mmp3 (P=0.003) was significantly upregulated. Moreover, γH2AX fluorescence intensity was increased (P=0.002). ConclusionsPhotoreceptor-specific Lss deficiency induces mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress and cellular inflammation, ultimately leading to age-dependent retinal degeneration. This study provides novel mechanistic insights and potential therapeutic targets for hereditary and age-related retinal degenerative diseases.
6.Coinfection with coxsackievirus A6 and B1 in a Syrian hamster animal model
Jinghan HOU ; Suqin DUAN ; Hongjie XU ; Wenting SUN ; Mingxue LI ; Yanyan LI ; Weihua JIN ; Lixiong CHEN ; Quan LIU ; Yuan ZHAO ; Fengmei YANG ; Zhanlong HE
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2025;35(1):30-40
Objective To establish an animal model of hand,foot,and mouth disease(HFMD)in Syrian hamsters coinfected with coxsackievirus A6(CVA6)and coxsackievirus B1(CVB1).Methods 42 Syrian hamsters were divided into a CVA6 infection group,CVB1 infection group,CVA6 and CVB1 coinfection group and control group.A HFMD model was established by nasal instillation of virus solution and phosphate-buffered saline.Clinical and physiological indicators and detoxification status were monitored and recorded for 15 d,and animals were selected on day 7(D7)after infection for histopathology and viral antigen and nucleic acid testing.Results Hamsters in the single-infection and coinfection groups showed clinical symptoms similar to human HFMD.White blood cell,neutrophil,and lymphocyte result were characteristic of viral infection.Both viral nucleic acids were detected in throat swabs,feces,blood,and tissues and both viruses were isolated from fecal samples.Pathological damage and positive co-localization of CVA6 and CVB1 viral antigen proteins and nucleic acids were found in brain and other tissues.Conclusions Nasal instillation of a CVA6 and CVB1 mixture can successfully coinfect Syrian hamsters,replicate herpes infection similar to human HFMD,and cause pathological viral myocarditis and encephalitis damage.The result showed that the coinfection group was more seriously affected than the single-infection group,with worse clinical symptoms,increased viral replication,and obvious tissue pathological damage.This study provides a reference for further basic and clinical research into human enterovirus coinfection.
7.Coinfection with coxsackievirus A6 and B1 in a Syrian hamster animal model
Jinghan HOU ; Suqin DUAN ; Hongjie XU ; Wenting SUN ; Mingxue LI ; Yanyan LI ; Weihua JIN ; Lixiong CHEN ; Quan LIU ; Yuan ZHAO ; Fengmei YANG ; Zhanlong HE
Chinese Journal of Comparative Medicine 2025;35(1):30-40
Objective To establish an animal model of hand,foot,and mouth disease(HFMD)in Syrian hamsters coinfected with coxsackievirus A6(CVA6)and coxsackievirus B1(CVB1).Methods 42 Syrian hamsters were divided into a CVA6 infection group,CVB1 infection group,CVA6 and CVB1 coinfection group and control group.A HFMD model was established by nasal instillation of virus solution and phosphate-buffered saline.Clinical and physiological indicators and detoxification status were monitored and recorded for 15 d,and animals were selected on day 7(D7)after infection for histopathology and viral antigen and nucleic acid testing.Results Hamsters in the single-infection and coinfection groups showed clinical symptoms similar to human HFMD.White blood cell,neutrophil,and lymphocyte result were characteristic of viral infection.Both viral nucleic acids were detected in throat swabs,feces,blood,and tissues and both viruses were isolated from fecal samples.Pathological damage and positive co-localization of CVA6 and CVB1 viral antigen proteins and nucleic acids were found in brain and other tissues.Conclusions Nasal instillation of a CVA6 and CVB1 mixture can successfully coinfect Syrian hamsters,replicate herpes infection similar to human HFMD,and cause pathological viral myocarditis and encephalitis damage.The result showed that the coinfection group was more seriously affected than the single-infection group,with worse clinical symptoms,increased viral replication,and obvious tissue pathological damage.This study provides a reference for further basic and clinical research into human enterovirus coinfection.
8.Mechanism of telomerase inhibitor BIBR1532 combined with autophagy inhibitor CQ in suppressing survival of melanoma cells
Weihua GONG ; Lan CHEN ; Kun ZHAO ; Zhui KE ; Qing XU ; Xianling GUO
China Oncology 2025;35(5):431-439
Background and purpose:Melanoma is a highly invasive malignant tumor originating from melanocytes,which poses a great threat to human life and health around the world,and its morbidity and mortality have been rising continuously in recent years.Telomerase and autophagy play crucial roles in cell proliferation,survival and stress response.Telomerase maintains the replication ability of cells by prolonging telomeres at the ends of chromosomes,and autophagy,as a self-degradation mechanism of cells,can not only help cells remove damaged components to promote survival,but also induce cell death under certain conditions.In the tumor environment,they are often abnormally activated or out of balance,and participate in the occurrence and development of many cancers,including melanoma.This study investigated the roles of telomerase and autophagy in melanoma progression and evaluated the potential synergistic therapeutic effects of combined application of telomerase inhibitor BIBR1532 and autophagy inhibitor chloroquine(CQ)in melanoma treatment.Methods:Malignant melanoma cells A375 were treated with telomerase inhibitor BIBR1532.The cell viability was assessed using the cell counting kit-8(CCK-8)assay,and the cell apoptosis was detected using the Annexin Ⅴ/propidium iodide(PI)double staining method.Additionally,the expressions of autophagy-related proteins LC3-Ⅱand p62 were detected by Western blot,and the changes in autophagy flux were observed using dual-tagged adenovirus transfection technology.Based on these studies,BIBR1532 and the autophagy inhibitor CQ were further applied in combination to analyze cell proliferation,apoptotic rate,changes in mitochondrial membrane potential,and cell cycle distribution,and the cloning formation experiment was used to verify the cell's proliferative capacity,thereby comprehensively evaluating the efficacy of this combined treatment strategy.Results:Telomerase inhibitor BIBR1532 at a concentration of 50 μmol/L significantly inhibited the growth of malignant melanoma cells A375 and induced apoptosis.At the same concentration,BIBR1532 upregulated the expression of the autophagy-related protein LC3-Ⅱ in A375 cells,while downregulating the expression of p62 protein.By transducing A375 cells with a dual-tagged adenovirus,it was observed that autophagy flux was significantly enhanced after treatment with BIBR1532.Furthermore,the combined application of BIBR1532(50 μmol/L)and the autophagy inhibitor CQ(20 μmol/L)significantly promoted the death of A375 cells,induced apoptosis and destruction of mitochondrial membrane potential,caused cell cycle arrest at the G2/M phase,and significantly inhibited the cell's clonogenic ability.Conclusion:Telomerase inhibitor BIBR1532 not only inhibits the proliferation of malignant melanoma cells but also activates the autophagy process in these cells,and inhibition of the autophagy response by autophagy inhibitor CQ can enhance the sensitivity of malignant melanoma cells to telomerase inhibitor BIBR1532.
9.Analysis of the construction status and framework of the standard system of smart health and elderly care in China
Dongqi LIU ; Weihua XU ; Xiaoling QIN ; Yanmei WU ; Li ZHAO
Journal of Shenyang Medical College 2025;27(1):6-11
Objective:To analyze the current status of the standard system construction for smart health and elderly care in China,analyze the framework of the standard system,and propose policy recommendations for the construction of the standard system.Methods:The standard system of smart health and elderly care were searched on the websites of the State Council of China,the National Standard Information Public Service Platform,and the sub-websites of national,industry,local,group,and enterprise standards.Policy text analysis was used to explore the current status and framework of standard system construction.Results:Currently,67 standards related to smart health and elderly care in China were included,including 0 national standards,2 industry standard,10 local standards,31 group standards,and 24 enterprise standards.These standards formed a subsystem that covered general,data,product,platform,and service standards.Conclusion:The construction of the standard system of smart health and elderly care in China has achieved certain results,but there are still shortcomings,and it is necessary to strengthen the top-level design and build a perfect framework of the standard system.
10.The impact of a supporting device-fixed patient position for CT scanning on the diagnostic performance in thyroid cancer
Ruigang HUANG ; Huijuan HUANG ; Dongyi CHEN ; Zhenghan YANG ; Pengfei ZHAO ; Huijun XIAO ; Furong LUO ; Weihua LIN
Chinese Journal of Radiology 2025;59(5):518-525
Objective:To investigate the role of a modified positioning device in improving image quality and diagnostic efficacy for thyroid cancer in contrast-enhanced neck CT imaging.Methods:This prospective cross-sectional study included 137 patients with pathologically confirmed thyroid lesions who underwent contrast-enhanced neck CT at Zhangzhou Affiliated Hospital of Fujian Medical University from January to April 2024. Patients scanned in January and February (modified positioning group, n=62) underwent scanning using the modified positioning device, whereas those scanned in March and April (traditional positioning group, n=75) underwent scanning with conventional positioning. The estimated volume CT dose index (CTDI vol) in the thyroid region was recorded. Subjective image quality for thyroid and neck regions was evaluated using a 5-point Likert scale. Diagnostic assessments for thyroid cancer, capsule invasion, and lymph node metastasis were independently conducted by one junior radiologist and one senior radiologist using a 5-point scoring system, with scores≥3 considered positive diagnoses. The differences of CTDI vol and image quality scores between the 2 groups were compared using Mann-Whitney U test. The diagnostic performance was evaluated by the receiver operating characteristic curve analysis. Results:The estimated CTDI vol values for the thyroid region were significantly lower in the modified positioning group compared to the traditional positioning group [11.20 (8.37, 13.56) vs. 12.46 (10.10, 19.43) mGy, Z=1.99, P=0.026]. Subjective image quality scores for thyroid and neck regions were significantly higher in the modified positioning group than in the traditional positioning group (all P<0.001). For thyroid cancer diagnosis by the senior radiologist, the modified positioning group had a significantly higher area under the curve (AUC) of 0.842 (95% CI 0.728-0.956) compared to the traditional positioning group (AUC=0.666,95% CI 0.554-0.777, Z=2.17, P=0.031). No significant differences were observed in diagnostic performance between the junior and senior radiologists for thyroid cancer, capsule invasion, and lymph node metastasis in other subgroup comparisons (all P>0.05). Conclusion:The modified positioning device using in contrast-enhanced neck CT imaging can improve image quality and diagnostic efficacy for thyroid cancer while reducing radiation exposure to the thyroid gland.


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